1994 Daihatsu Rocky vs. 1971 Honda Life
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (34 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 890 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda Life. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | 1971 Honda Life | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Rocky | Life |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2090 mm |
